Athena Dacanay
Level 3 Trained

Athena Dacanay

PhD

1095 Hendersonville Rd, Suite C-1 Asheville, NC  28803 United States
Provides online therapy
Not accepting new clients
Languages

English, Filipino, Tagalog

Availability

Mondays - Friday (10 am to 5 pm)

Insurance Accepted

Yes

Aetna
BCBS

Payment Methods
  • Credit cards
  • Zelle
Qualifications
  • Degree: PhD
  • Field: Psychology
  • Year graduated: 2016
  • Practice since: 2016
  • License states: North Carolina, Illinois, can practice in PSYPACT states
About

My approach blends structured Gottman interventions with relational attunement—starting with clear tools, then deepening into the emotional work that sustains lasting change.

Couples often say they value my humor, insight, and the way I help them spot where they’re stuck—and make small, doable shifts that move them forward. I stay neutral, normalize the struggle, and create space for partners to do the hard work together.

I also support couples navigating affairs, trauma, and addiction recovery—guiding them as they rebuild trust, establish boundaries, and move forward with clarity and care.

Relationship work is like tending a living system. You learn what nourishes it, what depletes it, and how to respond to changing seasons. Some patterns are helpful—and there are pitfalls to avoid—but no one-size-fits-all guide exists. You get better with practice, presence, and the willingness to keep showing up.

Services
  • Online Therapy
  • Individual
  • Couples
  • Coaching
Specialties
  • Affairs
  • Anxiety
  • Obsessions Compulsions
  • Parenting
Specialized Ages
  • Adults